Hopkins & Allen Arms Company 20 Gauge Side-by-Side Hammerless Boxlock, 28-Inch Barrels, Early 1900s
This American-made 20 gauge side-by-side from Hopkins & Allen dates to the early 1900s (circa 1902–1915) and features a side-plated boxlock architecture that gives it a classic sidelock appearance. It wears the Norwich, Connecticut maker's rollmark, has 28-inch twin barrels with a matted top rib and a single brass bead, and is configured with double triggers and a tang-mounted manual safety. Collectors will also note the serial number location on the watertable/action bar.
Condition
Overall Condition: Poor condition.
Bore Overall Condition: Poor - Noticeable dirt, stains, significant corrosion or damage.
Bore Fouling: Moderate Fouling - Lead or copper fouling with noticeable buildup.
Specific Condition Notes: The metal surfaces show heavy pitting throughout. The triggers do not function consistently. The firearm is currently inoperable and offered as a gunsmith special, sold as is.
What’s Included
- Hopkins & Allen Arms Company 20 Gauge side-by-side shotgun
Built in the early 1900s, this Hopkins & Allen showcases the company’s side-plated boxlock design, providing the visual profile of a sidelock while retaining the robustness of a boxlock action. The receiver carries the Norwich, Connecticut rollmark, aligning it with period production from approximately 1902 to 1915.
The action is a hammerless boxlock with a top-lever break system and a tang-mounted sliding manual safety. It is equipped with double triggers and a two-round capacity, consistent with traditional American side-by-side field guns of the era.
The 28-inch twin barrels are joined by a matted top rib that reduces glare, and they are topped with a single brass bead front sight for straightforward alignment. This configuration reflects the practical field-focused setup of the period.
Furniture includes a checkered walnut pistol-grip stock paired with a splinter forend. A steel buttplate with fine horizontal serrations completes the stock, and the length of pull measures 13.5 inches.